Have you ever woken up with a dry mouth and stumbled to the bathroom sink, only to find your tongue covered in a thick, yellowish paste? Though startling, this scenario is more common than you may ...

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) most commonly causes cold sores while HSV-2 is associated with genital herpes. But, it’s also possible to contract an HSV-2 infection in the mouth from sex without ...

Tongue soreness can be widespread or occur on one or both sides of the tongue. Treatments will largely depend on the cause, but may include good oral hygiene, mouth rinses, or certain medications. A ...